e-booksonline Chapter 175 The Emperor's Qualification
Chapter 175 The Emperor's Qualification
Seeing Lucy's incredulous expression, her small mouth slightly open and unable to close for a long time.
Richard was in a great mood.
Since we've already made a move...
Let's just expose everything completely.
Given the opportunity, he would never resort to the pretentious act of pretending to be weak while actually being strong.
Especially in front of his mistress, he had to show off a lot.
Didn't you want to see it?
Then take a good look.
The man you admire...
What kind of being is it?
Am I qualified enough to protect you for the rest of your life?
...
"Watch closely!"
Richard's lips curled into a wicked and arrogant smile.
He immediately raised his hand.
Pointing to the open space at the far end of the training ground, magic power within his body rapidly gathered at his fingertips, and pale purple lightning crackled between his fingers.
—A thunderous explosion in the sky!
In an instant.
The once cloudless sky seemed to have been torn open by a silver dragon, and a bolt of lightning as thick as a bucket crashed down with violent force!
Boom!
The loud noise shook the ground slightly, sending dirt and gravel flying everywhere!
Amidst the billowing smoke and dust.
In the distance, a large, charred crater, several meters deep, was blasted into the ground, its walls crackling with electricity.
...
Lucy's pupils suddenly contracted.
I instinctively took half a step back.
She was a little puzzled as to why he, a mage, didn't use ranged attacks but instead rushed up to fight her in melee.
Now I finally understand...
Richard knew his magic was too powerful and was afraid of hurting her!
Judging from the magical aura generated by this lightning bolt, it already possesses an attack strength comparable to that of a high-level mage.
If it were to strike me...
Even with frost protecting her, she would still be injured; given the lightning's swift speed, it was impossible for her not to react in time.
There's no way to avoid it!
...
How is that possible...?
Lucy was both shocked and confused, her little head a jumble of questions, as if countless question marks were swirling around in her head.
A mid-level mage could unleash advanced lightning magic with a mere wave of his hand, completely overturning her understanding of the magic system!
However...
Before she could fully process this shock...
Richard winked at her.
He raised his hand again.
This time, what he condensed at his fingertips was no longer an arc of electricity, but a bone-chilling cold, even more intense than Lucy's frost talent.
--Icestorm!
Sudden.
A chilling wind, far more biting than when Lucy released her Frost Domain, instantly swept across the entire training ground.
The wind made Lucy's dress flutter wildly!
Followed by.
Under Lucy's horrified gaze.
The void high above twisted violently, and countless giant ice cones, each as thick as an arm and shimmering with a cold, eerie blue light, materialized out of thin air.
next second.
Bang bang bang bang!
Ice spikes rained down like a torrential downpour!
Each one that fell created a crater in the hard ground, sending up a cloud of dirt flying everywhere!
The once smooth training ground instantly became uneven and pitted, and a thick layer of frost piled up on the ground at a visible speed.
The scope is so large...
It covers almost half of the training field!
...
Lucy covered her mouth tightly, afraid that she would scream out loud.
Although her Frost Domain is also an area-of-effect attack, it can only cover a space of up to 100 meters around her.
But Richard's move...
It's typical war magic!
Wide attack surface!
It's incredibly powerful!
Moreover, the ice spikes also have a freezing and slowing effect after they explode, which is comparable to her Frost Domain!
How is that possible?!
It's important to know that unleashing war magic requires a set of complicated prerequisites.
It requires preparing a large quantity of expensive magical materials, as well as performing lengthy incantations and guidance.
The magic power fluctuates violently when the spell is cast, making it like a dazzling lighthouse on the battlefield, and an easy target for concentrated fire.
...
But what about Richard?
He just casually raised his hand and did it?
Lucy felt her legs go weak and her heart pounded wildly, as if it were about to jump out of her throat.
Agility even faster than an assassin...
A robust physical body capable of withstanding attacks from advanced talents...
Flying through the air...
He casually summoned thunder...
There are also war magic spells that can be cast without any prerequisites...
Take all of these capabilities into account.
Without relying on various magical equipment, items, war mounts, or battle pets, he can easily fight against opponents of higher levels!
This level of power is only found in the three royal talents of Star, Titan, and Demon!
Doesn't that mean...?
He has the potential to become an emperor!
...
Richard looked down from his superior position.
He took in the mixture of extreme shock, bewilderment, and even a hint of awe on Lucy's face.
The effect is very good!
He floated down slowly, as if stepping on an invisible, transparent staircase.
He slowly lowered the rolled-up shirt sleeves and gracefully fastened the exquisite silver cufflinks.
I have no choice but to come down.
That icy storm just now almost drained his magic power; if he had continued, he would have fallen flat on his back.
When it lands on the ground.
The magic power has just run out.
She stood frozen in place, like a beautifully crafted rose ice sculpture.
It wasn't until Richard walked up to her, still carrying the chill of the wind, that she snapped back to her senses as if she had been thawed.
She instinctively reached out and gripped Richard's arm tightly, as if to confirm that the person in front of her was real.
"Richard..."
"you..."
"What exactly is going on...?"
...
Richard smiled slightly.
Shedding its flamboyance.
All that remained was pure tenderness and a reassuring calm as he cupped her exquisite face in his hands.
Did I scare you?
He looked directly into her eyes.
His gaze was intense.
"This level of strength is only temporary; I will become even stronger in the future."
"I will make Chiffon the new overlord of the North, so that the entire empire will take notice and sing my name."
"but..."
"No matter how strong I become, this power has only one purpose..."
His face slowly drew closer, his warm breath brushing against the tip of her nose.
"It's so that I can protect you better."
"My love."
Done.
He ignored the messy training ground he was in, and the old butler in the distance whose jaw had dropped to the ground.
He lowered his head and kissed her.
"Ugh...!"
Lucy's pupils dilated instantly.
All the confusion, shock, and bewilderment were completely dispelled by this domineering yet tender kiss.
Richard's simple yet profound confession, like the hottest lava, scorched her heart.
An indescribable surge of emotion and ecstasy bloomed in her heart like a flower, dazzling and radiant!
She responded awkwardly.
She unconsciously wrapped her arms around his neck, stood on tiptoe to respond to the kiss, as if she wanted to pour all her emotions into it.
She felt as if she were floating on a cloud, enveloped in warm light, and all her worries disappeared.
All that remained was the man before her, and the dizzying sweet storm that his lips and teeth brought.
I don't know how much time passed.
They only reluctantly stepped back when they were both out of breath.
Lucy's misty eyes held an astonishing brilliance, making her breathtakingly beautiful.